I am a registered Dental Assistant with 18 years of hands-on experience. Skilled at chairside assisting, dental radiography and building relationships with patients. Well-rounded knowledge of dentistry and enthusiasm to bring strong work ethic to excellent upbeat dental practice.
Skills
Disinfecting rooms and equipment
Restorative procedures
Restorative dentistry
Dental staff support
Experience
Dental Assistant, 04/2016 - Current Osf Healthcare – El Paso, IL,
Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth, protecting enamel and preventing cavities.
Produced opposing models, study casts and impressions to provide dentists with information on relationship between teeth, gums and dental arches.
Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
Instructed patients on postoperative care to protect dental work and promote healing.
Protected patients by sterilizing instruments and equipment between every consultation.
Maintained clean, sterile and positive environment to optimize patient comfort, safety and satisfaction.
Sterilized tools, exam chair, trays and surfaces for clean and safe dental office.
Escorted patients to exam rooms while making friendly conversation to prepare for cleanings and procedures.
Selected and prepared tools used for procedures by sanitizing and arranging.
Coordinated and managed patient care with efficiency and professionalism by scheduling appointments and educating patients.
Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth, protecting enamel and preventing cavities.
Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
Educated patients on postoperative and general oral health care by suggesting warm saltwater rinsing, pain medication dosage, flossing methods and brushing techniques.
Built loyal patient following and retained 6 month return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
Escorted patients to exam rooms while making friendly conversation to prepare for cleanings and procedures.
Education and Training
High School Diploma: , Expected in 06/2002 - Mount Vernon High School - Mount Vernon, WA GPA:
: , Expected in - Skagit Valley College - Mount Vernon, WA GPA:
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